Kuze, Shuuichi
Summary
Kuze Shuuichi serves as the neighbor of Asou Renji and maintains a close friendship with Himura Yuu. Known for his womanizing ways, he harbors a particular fondness for the married Asou Sumire. Shuuichi is a renowned violinist who has earned the admiration of Hirono Hiro. He previously attended school alongside Himura Yuu, Hirono Nagi, and Amamiya Yuuko, regarding all of them as friends, although he intended to relocate abroad by the time he encountered Yuuko. Acting on a request from Himura, Shuuichi investigated their kouhai, Yuuko, to determine the source of her disruptive behavior. His inquiry revealed that Yuuko was indeed the one frightening her classmates and initiating fights to conceal the contents of her bag. Prior to his departure, Shuuichi hosted an intimate farewell party inviting only his three close friends. The event was disrupted by their personal struggles; Amamiya was moved to tears by the beauty of his performance and left, prompting Himura to follow her at Shuuichi's urging, while Nagi failed to attend altogether. Shuuichi eventually returned briefly to visit an acquaintance, during which time he sent a letter to Yuu and Yuuko, who were cohabiting, to share updates on his life. While performing on the street, he caught the attention of a young girl named Hayama Mizuki, also known as Miki. Impressed by her, he referred to her as a "kawaii ujouchan" and placed his hair ribbon on her head, bringing her great joy.
